Section 20: Live video and television link

20. Live video and television link (1) Notwithstanding any other enactment, the Court may, in its discretion, order a defendant or a detainee who is in custody to appear before it, through such live video or live television link system as may be approved in writing for the purpose of any proceedings by the Chief Justice in relation to— (a) an application for his release on bail; or (b) an extension of his remand in custody. (2) The Court may, where an order is made under subsection (1), determine— (a) who may or may not be present at the place where the defendant or the detainee is appearing; (b) who, in the courtroom, shall or shall not be able to be heard, or seen and heard, by the defendant or the detainee; (c) who, in the courtroom, shall or shall not be able to hear, or to see and hear, the defendant or the detainee. (3) The Court shall, in making an order under subsection (1) and while conducting any proceedings referred to therein, comply with its duty to ensure that there is a fair hearing in the matter. PART VIII – MISCELLANEOUS